2007 Renault Kangoo vs. 1980 Toyota Cressida
To start off, 2007 Renault Kangoo is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Cressida. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Cressida would be higher. At 1,972 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Toyota Cressida is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Toyota Cressida (104 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2007 Renault Kangoo. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Toyota Cressida should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 207 kg more than 1980 Toyota Cressida.
Because 1980 Toyota Cressida is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1980 Toyota Cressida. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Renault Kangoo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1980 Toyota Cressida (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Kangoo. (114 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1980 Toyota Cressida will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Renault Kangoo | 1980 Toyota Cressida | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Kangoo | Cressida |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1377 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2650 mm |
